June 6, 2008
Dwayne Brown
Headquarters, Washington
202-358-1726
dwayne.c.brown@nasa.gov
Michael Mewhinney
Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif.
650-604-3937
michael.s.mewhinney@nasa.gov
RELEASE: 08-140
NASA SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR LUNAR SCIENCE RESEARCH
MOFFETT FIELD, Calif. -- NASA is looking for the right stuff to
further scientific knowledge about the moon.
NASA's Science Mission Directorate, in cooperation with the agency's
Exploration Systems Mission Directorate, recently issued a
Cooperative Agreement Notice seeking research projects for the NASA
Lunar Science Institute. The institute is located at NASA's Ames
Research Center at Moffett Field, Calif. Under the terms of the
Cooperative Agreement Notice, proposals must include an innovative,
interdisciplinary lunar research program that aligns with the
institutes goals and objectives.
Proposals may address science of the moon, on the moon and from the
moon, including objectives that meet NASA's future lunar exploration
needs. NASA expects to make $8 million to $10 million available for
the research, and anticipates making five to seven awards, including
one focused on exploration objectives.
Participation is open to all categories of organizations, both
domestic and foreign, including industry, educational institutions,
non-profit organizations, and federally funded research and
development centers. NASA field centers and other government agencies
also are eligible to submit proposals.
"The institute will support team science, bringing a multidisciplinary
approach to lunar research," said David Morrison, interim director of
the institute. "Our goals are to strengthen the community of lunar
scientists and encourage students to enter this field."
The NASA Lunar Science Institute is modeled after the NASA
Astrobiology Institute, with teams across the nation working together
to help lead the agency's lunar research activities. Selected teams
also will include programs in education and public outreach to
strengthen public understanding of science.
Notices of intent are due June 27, 2008. Proposals are due Aug. 29,
2008. The Cooperative Agreement Notice is available on the Web. To
read the notice, visit:
http://nspires.nasaprs.com
Select "Open Solicitations," then select "NNHo8ZDA008C," to read the
full text of the notice.
For more information about the NASA Lunar Science Institute, visit:
http://lunarscience.arc.nasa.gov
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